Ben Mantle was born in Leamington Spa, England, and developed a very early interest in all things artistic and festive, even coming in first in his local library’s coloring competition. He joined the crew of Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride and now works as an illustrator and animator from his seaside base in Brighton.

AboutBen Mantle

Ben Mantle was born in Leamington Spa, England, and developed a very early interest in all things artistic and festive, even coming in first in his local library’s coloring competition. He joined the crew of Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride and now works as an illustrator and animator from his seaside base in Brighton.

David Bedford is the author of many picture books, including the tiger tales books Mole’s In Love and I've Seen Santa! When not writing, David enjoys listening to music and practicing T'ai Chi. He lives in England with his wife and two children.

AboutTim Warnes

Award-winning illustrator Tim Warnes shares a studio at his home in the Dorset countryside with his wife, illustrator Jane Chapman. They have two young sons who are a constant source of inspiration. Tim is the illustrator of the tiger tales books, Scaredy Mouse, Tom's Tail, and I’ve Seen Santa!

When not writing, Maudie spends far too much of her time in expensive shops goggling at clothes and glittery things she can't afford, and dreaming about owning a pug named Stanley. She'd love to say that she runs marathons--but that would be a lie.